SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement
Scottish Forestry · All their open notices
What this is
Scottish Forestry intends to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement to provide research and development support, including undertaking new research, analytical work and factual reporting on evidence and recommendations relating to tree health research across Scotland. The framework supports Scottish Forestry's Corporate Strategy and Plan 2025-2030 and its policy and regulatory responsibilities for tree pests and diseases. It is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for modelling and geostatistics (including spatiotemporal and compartmental modelling), and Lot 2 for economic modelling and analysis (including impact assessments and supply chain analysis). This Prior Information Notice gauges market interest to inform the procurement strategy and lotting structure.
Key points
- PIN for a multi-supplier R&D framework agreement on tree health research (two lots: modelling/geostatistics; economic modelling).
- Express interest via Public Contracts Scotland; lotting structure subject to change.
- Contract notice indicatively expected around 15/04/2026.
Who can bid
Organisations with expertise in modelling and geostatistics (Lot 1) and/or economics and impact assessment (Lot 2), including experience collecting, managing and analysing large spatial datasets or professional training in economics. No formal SQ or exclusion criteria at this PIN stage; lotting structure is subject to change.
How it is scored
No evaluation or scoring at this stage. This is a market-interest PIN to inform the procurement strategy; a formal contract notice is expected to follow.
Money
No estimated value published in this PIN.
How to submit
Express interest via Public Contracts Scotland; Scottish Forestry may contact organisations for further feedback to understand the market.
Clarifications
Express interest and raise queries via Public Contracts Scotland (contact sfprocurement@forestry.gov.scot). Notice content is subject to change.
Classification
CPV 73200000 — Research and development consultancy services 73100000 — Research and experimental development services73200000 — Research and development consultancy services79310000 — Market research services Scotland
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